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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2018-014
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, SUPPORTING A BUILDING REMODEL AND NEW CT
SCANNER FOR PROVIDENCE SEWARD MEDICAL AND CARE CENTER
WHEREAS, at Providence Seward Medical and Care Center (PSMCC), the current CT
scanner is towards the end of its useful life and scheduled to be replaced; and
WHEREAS,the current CT scanner is located outside of the main building in a semi-trailer;
and
WHEREAS,the overall safety of patients and staff could be improved by placement of the
CT scanner be inside the building; and
WHEREAS, there will be construction costs for the remodel of existing space inside the
building to house the CT scanner; and
WHEREAS,having City support will assist in grant requests and other sources of funds to
implement this project.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA that:
Section 1. It supports Providence Seward Medical and Care Center's (PSMCC) efforts to
remodel the building, obtain a new CT scanner,and locate the new CT scanner inside the building.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 26th
day of February, 2018.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2018-014
AYES: Casagranda, Keil, McClure, Slater, Towsley, Horn, Squires
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: February 26, 2018
From: Council Member Sue McClure
Agenda Item: Supporting A Building Remodel And New CT
Scanner For Providence Seward Medical And
Care Center (PSMCC)
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
Providence Seward Medical And Care Center (PSMCC) serves the residents of the Seward area, as
well as visitors from around the world. The hospital is a Critical Access Hospital, with limited
services.
The CT scanner provides internal images of a patient’s body that help physicians’ diagnosis and treat
a spectrum of minor to critical injuries. The current equipment is near the end of its useful life and is
scheduled for replacement. Additionally the the CT scanner is in a semi-trailer unattached to the
hospital building, exposing staff and patients to the outside elements when going to get scanned. The
purchase of a newer unit and locating it within the hospital building, which would require remodeling
would aid in achieving safer patient care and a better patient experience.
INTENT: Support Providence Seward Medical And Care Center’s efforts to apply for grants and
other sources of funding for this project.
Yes No N/A
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Comprehensive Plan (1.3, 3.7.3.1, 3.7.3.2): Continue to upgrade and
1. expand utilities to meet existing needs and encourage fu ture X
development.
Strategic Plan : The mission of the City of Seward government it is to
2. X
provide quality leadership and economic wellbeing of its citizens
3. Other (list): X
FISCAL NOTE:
Approved by Finance Department: __________________________
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes________ No___x______
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution 2018-xxx to support Providence Seward Medical
and Care Center’s (PSMCC) efforts to remodel the building, obtain a new CT scanner, and locate the
new CT scanner inside the building in the Radiology Department.